Pad in de Taminakloof 1880 - 1895

"Pad in de Taminakloof" is an anonymous 19th century photograph depicting a narrow, rocky gorge. The image, likely captured between 1880 and 1895, showcases a path carved into the steep canyon walls, with a figure standing at the edge of the path, providing a sense of scale. The photograph's composition emphasizes the grandeur of the natural landscape, highlighting the contrasting textures of the smooth stone and the rushing water below. This image is a powerful example of the picturesque genre, capturing a moment of human interaction with the untamed beauty of the natural world.